Baked Shrimp In Foil Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Shrimp In Foil

• Large Shrimp
• Salted Butter
• Flat Leaf Parsley
• Onions
• Garlic Cloves
• Lemons
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• Sea Salt
• Coarse Black Pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
• Aluminum Foil

How to Make Baked Shrimp In Foil

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
2. In a bowl, soften 4 tablespoons of butter until very soft.
3. Finely chop 1/4 cup of fresh parsley and gently mix into the softened butter.
4. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix until well combined.
5. Juice 1 lemon and add the juice to the butter mixture. Stir to combine.
6. Add 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste).
7. Rinse 2 pounds of shrimp thoroughly and leave the shells on.
8. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss gently to coat evenly with the butter mixture.
9. Place shrimp mixture into a large oven-safe bag or double-layered sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil (if using foil, ensure it's large enough to hold shrimp in no more than two layers). Add 2 lemon slices to the bag/foil.
10. Seal the bag or foil packet tightly.
11. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or longer, up to a few hours).
12. Place the sealed bag/packet on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
13. Bake for 15 minutes.
14. Remove from oven, gently shake the bag/packet to redistribute the shrimp, flip it over, and bake for another 15 minutes.
15. After 30 minutes of baking, carefully check the shrimp. They should be pink and cooked through. If not, bake for another 5-10 minutes, checking frequently.
16. Carefully cut open the bag/foil with a knife and transfer the shrimp to a serving bowl.
17. Serve immediately with a fresh salad. Enjoy!